1981 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | 80 | L 200 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |